Carolina Shakespeare is presenting Shakespeare in the Park on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., in the Museum Park at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Carolina Shakespeare performs in full costume, presenting five 20-minute scenes from some of Shakespeare’s most well-known plays: Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, The … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Park — a free evening of performances at North Carolina Museum on Apr. 23
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Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
Switch Theatre is presenting Shakespeare in the Parks: As You Like It -- free professional productions around the Triangle in April and May of 2026. This tour of the Triangle stops in Chapel Hill, Cary, Durham, Raleigh and Knightdale. General admission is free. VIP seating options are available. Online reservations are recommended. As You Like It tells the story of a trio of would-be couples, … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
World Theatre Day Event at Lake Lynn on March 28
Lake Lynn's first-ever World Theatre Day Event takes place Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lake Lynn Community Center is at 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy various Theatres showcasing upcoming shows, interactive theatre games, tabling, and craft activities. Registration is encouraged. There will also be two 35-minute improv sessions at … [Read more...] about World Theatre Day Event at Lake Lynn on March 28
Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series
Evenings at O'Kelly is a free live music series that take place at O'Kelly Chapel at For Garden's Sake, 9245 NC-751, Durham, North Carolina. Kick off your weekend with live music, good drinks, and easygoing vibes at O’Kelly Chapel. Each event will feature a performance by a local musician, a featured drink special, and complimentary cheese and charcuterie – all within the relaxed, inviting … [Read more...] about Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series
The Early Historic Heroines of Cary — outdoor living history event March 21
Experience a walking production, The Early Historic Heroines of Cary on Saturday, March 21, 2026. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The program meets at the plaza in front of Fidelity Bank, 100 W Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina. Parking is available at the Town Hall. Tickets are $8 for Cary residents and $10 for non-residents. Purchase tickets … [Read more...] about The Early Historic Heroines of Cary — outdoor living history event March 21
Free performances of Mary Poppins — tickets are free, but required
The Durham North Carolina Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is presenting Marry Poppins from March 13 to 21, 2026. It's free to attend, but tickets are required. The performances take place at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1050 MLK Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, at these dates and times: The tickets are sold out, but there will be a standby … [Read more...] about Free performances of Mary Poppins — tickets are free, but required
Raleigh Little Theatre’s Backstage Night and 2026/2027 Season Announcement on March 11
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, NC, is holding Backstage Night on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is a free event and RSVPs are not required. Visitors can get a tour of Raleigh Little Theatre's historic building, meet experienced volunteers, learn about how this community of theatre-makers collaborate to create theatrical productions and educational classes, … [Read more...] about Raleigh Little Theatre’s Backstage Night and 2026/2027 Season Announcement on March 11
Basant Bahar, presented by Hum Sub — Free dance drama in Cary on March 8
Hum Sub is presenting Basant Bahar on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 3 to 5:30 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly event. Basant Bahar 2026 is a captivating dance drama that brings to life the inspiring journeys of two iconic figures in Indian history — Swami Vivekananda and Ahilyabai Holkar. Through expressive dance, narration, and … [Read more...] about Basant Bahar, presented by Hum Sub — Free dance drama in Cary on March 8
The Raleigh Shakespeare Festival on March 21 — free with advance tickets
Raleigh’s own Shakespeare company, Carolina Shakespeare, invites the community to celebrate the Bard with public performances (FREE with advance ticket; $30 at the door) beginning at Noon on Saturday, March 21, 2026, and going all day until 5 p.m. Raleigh Shakespeare festival takes place at NC State’s Stewart Theatre, 2610 Cates Ave, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors open at 11:30, performances … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Shakespeare Festival on March 21 — free with advance tickets
All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
In honor of International Commedia dell’ Arte Day, i Firenzi Commedia and Scrap Paper Shakespeare are hosting Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at The Studio at Theatre Raleigh, 3027 Barrow Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is pay what you can! Donations approximately the cost of a fancy coffee are suggested. At this special event you'll … [Read more...] about All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
